14-Day Ancient Greece Tour with Delphi, Olympia and Mystras

14 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Explore Greece on a 14-day immersive journey through legendary ancient cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and coastal gems. Travel from the engineering marvel...

Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Athens, Patras, Chalkis, Argos, Levadeia, Sparta, Nafplio, Mycenae, Ancient Corinth, Olympia, Mystras, Nafpaktos, Delphi, Tiryns, Nemea, Marathon, Missolonghi, Galaxidi, Messenia · Languages: English, Spanish

Know before you go: The tour is provided during the off-season period from September 1 until March 17 of the following year, when the weather is milder and attractions are less crowded yet fully open.; This timing is especially recommended for elderly travelers who should avoid strong sun exposure and high temperatures.; Bookings are accepted only when there are at least 30 days before the tour start date.; This experience operates as a private tour with only your group participating.; Participation is available for a minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people.; An exclusive solo option is available, where a single traveler enjoys a completely private experience without other participants.; A mandatory single supplement applies for solo travelers who want a private room, except when the booking is made for one person only.; The tour is provided in both English and Spanish.; The itinerary can be fully customized to match your travel plans, interests, and schedule.; This experience is identified as tour number 146 on the Monterrasol Travel private tours platform, with additional details available online.; Breakfast only is included during the tour, encouraging guests to explore local cuisine independently for lunch and dinner.; A comfortable air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver is used, with flexible stops for photos or breaks.; Accommodation is included in 3-star hotels with breakfast, typically located outside pedestrian-only historical centers.; Upgrades to higher-quality or more centrally located accommodations are available upon request.

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What's Included

Transportation with a driver
Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
Transportation exclusively for your group, with no other participants
Company-provided tour guide
A tour guide available with you at all times
Accommodation in 3-star hotels or pensions
Accommodation with breakfast only
Accommodation in double rooms
Accommodation always includes internet, provided by the property
English-speaking driver and guide

Not Included

Lunch and dinner
Accommodation in single rooms
Hotel tourist tax
Entry fees and tickets
Flight tickets
Ferry tickets
Travel insurance
Country visas

Itinerary

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Day 01

Athens to Nafplio via Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth and Nemea

Depart Athens and travel to the impressive Corinth Canal, where you can enjoy panoramic views of this remarkable 19th-century engineering feat. Depart Athens and travel to the impressive Corinth Canal, where you can enjoy panoramic views of this remarkable 19th-century engineering feat. Continue to Ancient Corinth and explore the archaeological site along with its museum, discovering the remains of a once-powerful classical city. Continue to Ancient Corinth and explore the archaeological site along with its museum, discovering the remains of a once-powerful classical city. Visit the archaeological site of Nemea, known for its ancient stadium and Temple of Zeus, set in a peaceful landscape. Visit the archaeological site of Nemea, known for its ancient stadium and Temple of Zeus, set in a peaceful landscape. Arrive in Nafplio and settle into your accommodation for the night. Arrive in Nafplio and settle into your accommodation for the night.
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Day 02

Explore the Legendary Citadel of Mycenae

Travel to Mycenae and explore the extensive archaeological site, including the famous Lion Gate and royal tombs that reflect its importance in Bronze Age Greece. Travel to Mycenae and explore the extensive archaeological site, including the famous Lion Gate and royal tombs that reflect its importance in Bronze Age Greece. Visit the on-site museum to gain deeper insight into the civilization that flourished here. Visit the on-site museum to gain deeper insight into the civilization that flourished here. Return to Nafplio and enjoy another comfortable overnight stay. Return to Nafplio and enjoy another comfortable overnight stay.
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Day 03

Nafplio and the Ancient City of Argos

Explore the charming fortified town of Nafplio, walking through its historic streets influenced by Venetian architecture. Explore the charming fortified town of Nafplio, walking through its historic streets influenced by Venetian architecture. Visit the impressive fortress overlooking the town and take in scenic coastal views. Visit the impressive fortress overlooking the town and take in scenic coastal views. Continue to the ancient city of Argos and explore its archaeological remains, one of the oldest continuously inhabited locations in Greece. Continue to the ancient city of Argos and explore its archaeological remains, one of the oldest continuously inhabited locations in Greece. Return to Nafplio for accommodation. Return to Nafplio for accommodation.
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Day 04

Tiryns and Sparta's Historic Legacy

Visit the archaeological site of Tiryns and admire its massive cyclopean walls that date back to the Bronze Age. Visit the archaeological site of Tiryns and admire its massive cyclopean walls that date back to the Bronze Age. Travel onward to Sparta and visit the modern monument dedicated to King Leonidas, along with the archaeological site. Travel onward to Sparta and visit the modern monument dedicated to King Leonidas, along with the archaeological site. Explore additional historical landmarks in the area before settling into your accommodation in Sparta. Explore additional historical landmarks in the area before settling into your accommodation in Sparta.
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Day 05

Byzantine Mystras and Sparta's Olive Heritage

Travel to Mystras and explore the remarkable Byzantine city with its well-preserved structures and hillside setting. Travel to Mystras and explore the remarkable Byzantine city with its well-preserved structures and hillside setting. Visit one of its historic monasteries and experience the spiritual and architectural significance of the site. Visit one of its historic monasteries and experience the spiritual and architectural significance of the site. Return to Sparta and visit the Olive Oil Museum to learn about traditional production methods and regional heritage. Return to Sparta and visit the Olive Oil Museum to learn about traditional production methods and regional heritage. Stay overnight in Sparta.
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Day 06

Ancient Messene to Olympia

Travel to Ancient Messene and explore its exceptionally preserved archaeological site, including the agora, stadium, and defensive walls. Travel to Ancient Messene and explore its exceptionally preserved archaeological site, including the agora, stadium, and defensive walls. Visit the museum to further understand the city's historical importance. Visit the museum to further understand the city's historical importance. Continue to Olympia and check into your accommodation for the evening. Continue to Olympia and check into your accommodation for the evening.
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Day 07

Olympia, Birthplace of the Olympic Games

Explore the Sanctuary of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and walk through its historic stadium and temple ruins. Explore the Sanctuary of Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and walk through its historic stadium and temple ruins. Visit the museum, which houses significant artifacts, including classical sculptures. Visit the museum, which houses significant artifacts, including classical sculptures. Stay another night in Olympia.
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Day 08

Patras and Nafpaktos

Travel to Patras and explore its historical highlights, including the Byzantine castle overlooking the city. Travel to Patras and explore its historical highlights, including the Byzantine castle overlooking the city. Visit Roman-era sites such as the well-preserved odeon and continue to the grand Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Visit Roman-era sites such as the well-preserved odeon and continue to the grand Cathedral of Saint Andrew. Continue to Nafpaktos and check into your accommodation. Continue to Nafpaktos and check into your accommodation.
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Day 09

Messolonghi, Oeniadae and Nafpaktos

Visit the lagoon of Messolonghi and experience its distinctive natural landscape and cultural importance. Visit the lagoon of Messolonghi and experience its distinctive natural landscape and cultural importance. Continue to the archaeological site of Oeniadae and explore its ancient theatre and ruins. Continue to the archaeological site of Oeniadae and explore its ancient theatre and ruins. Return to Nafpaktos and stroll through its scenic historical center. Return to Nafpaktos and stroll through its scenic historical center. Stay overnight in Nafpaktos.
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Day 10

Nafpaktos, Galaxidi and Delphi

Explore Nafpaktos fortress and enjoy views over the surrounding coastline. Explore Nafpaktos fortress and enjoy views over the surrounding coastline. Visit the monastery of Adelfotis Metamorfoseos Sotiros and experience its peaceful setting. Visit the monastery of Adelfotis Metamorfoseos Sotiros and experience its peaceful setting. Travel to the coastal town of Galaxidi and enjoy its charming atmosphere. Travel to the coastal town of Galaxidi and enjoy its charming atmosphere. Continue to Delphi for accommodation. Continue to Delphi for accommodation.
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Day 11

Delphi and the Sanctuary of Apollo

Explore the archaeological site of Delphi, once considered the center of the ancient world, including the Sanctuary of Apollo. Explore the archaeological site of Delphi, once considered the center of the ancient world, including the Sanctuary of Apollo. Visit the museum to view important artifacts such as classical statues and offerings. Visit the museum to view important artifacts such as classical statues and offerings. Stay overnight in Delphi.
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Day 12

Hosios Loukas, Livadeia and Chalkida

Visit the monastery of Hosios Loukas and admire its remarkable Byzantine architecture and artistic details. Visit the monastery of Hosios Loukas and admire its remarkable Byzantine architecture and artistic details. Continue to Livadeia and explore its picturesque medieval old town. Continue to Livadeia and explore its picturesque medieval old town. Travel to Chalkida and check into your accommodation. Travel to Chalkida and check into your accommodation.
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Day 13

Ancient Eretria from Chalkida

Travel to Eretria and explore its archaeological site, including the well-preserved theatre and ancient remains. Travel to Eretria and explore its archaeological site, including the well-preserved theatre and ancient remains. Visit the museum to gain further insight into the history of the area. Visit the museum to gain further insight into the history of the area. Return to Chalkida for an overnight stay. Return to Chalkida for an overnight stay.
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Day 14

Chalkida, Marathon and Return to Athens

Explore Chalkida, including its medieval castle and the unique Euripus Strait bridge known for its changing currents. Explore Chalkida, including its medieval castle and the unique Euripus Strait bridge known for its changing currents. Travel to Marathon and visit the museum dedicated to the historic battle. Travel to Marathon and visit the museum dedicated to the historic battle. Return to Athens, marking the end of the journey. Return to Athens, marking the end of the journey.